The next Karthaus course will be held from 24 May to 2 June 2023 in Karthaus (northern Italy).
The Karthaus Course on Ice Sheets and Glaciers in the Climate System provides a basic introduction to the dynamics of glaciers and ice sheets with a focus on ice-climate interactions. Topics include: continuum mechanics, sliding and hydraulics, numerical modelling, polar meteorology, ice-ocean interaction, ice cores, interaction of ice sheets with the solid earth, etc. The course is meant for Ph.D. students that work on a glaciology-related climate project. Some places are available for junior scientists. The course corresponds to 3 EC credit points.
Deadline for applications is 15 January 2023. Notification about the decision of the organizing Committee by 1 March 2023.